Water hardness in Bom Retiro do Sul
104 mg/L moderately hard
Tap water in Bom Retiro do Sul is moderately hard: 104 mg/L (6.1 gpg · 5.8 °dH · 10.4 °fH).
Source: Ministério da Saúde, SISAGUA – controle semestral (Companhia Riograndense De Saneamento), CC BY-ND 3.0 (2026) · data checked 2026-10-20
Range across supply zones: 90–122 mg/L.
Companhia Riograndense De Saneamento supplies Bom Retiro do Sul in Rio Grande do Sul. Reported hardness is 103.6 milligrams per litre as calcium carbonate, which is moderate. The 2026 readings range from 89.6 to 121.7 milligrams per litre.
Portaria GM/MS nº 888/2021 sets a maximum of 300 mg/L CaCO₃ for total hardness (dureza total); operators report it in mg/L to SISAGUA.
Water data
| Total hardness | 104 mg/L |
|---|---|
| Utility | Companhia Riograndense De Saneamento |
How Bom Retiro do Sul compares
- Tap water in Bom Retiro do Sul is 144 % harder than the median of the 1915 cities we track in Brazil (43 mg/L).
- By hardness it ranks 184 of 1915 in Brazil (1 = hardest); 90 % of these cities have softer water.
- In Rio Grande do Sul it is number 37 of 244 cities; the regional median is 60 mg/L.
- Nearest city with clearly softer water: Cruzeiro do Sul, 14 km away (52 mg/L).
- Nearest city with clearly harder water: Paverama, 19 km away (140 mg/L).
Ranking of the hardest and softest water in Brazil →
What it means at home
- Visible kettle scale every few weeks; vinegar or citric acid is enough.
- Water heater and washing machine: some long-term scale; a scale inhibitor slows it.
- Dishwasher: medium salt setting.
- Softener optional; pays off mainly with a gas boiler or tankless heater.
How much salt will you use for softening?
Optional. A scale inhibitor or a small softener protects the heater; soap savings are modest.
Descale a coffee machine or kettle about every 3 months (typical manufacturer guidance for this hardness).
Estimates for planning, not a quote. Check your appliance manual for exact settings.
Dishwasher setting in Bom Retiro do Sul
| Brand | Setting for this water |
|---|---|
| Bosch | H00 |
| Miele | 6 °dH |
| AEG / Electrolux | 2 |
| Beko | 2nd |
| Hoover | S1 |
| LG | H1 |
From each brand's manual for the model family named in the source; your model may differ, so check its manual. All brands and how to change the setting →
FAQ
Is Bom Retiro do Sul water hard or soft?
It is moderately hard: 104 mg/L as CaCO₃ (6.1 gpg, 5.8 °dH). The usual bands are soft < 60, moderately hard 60–120, hard 120–180 and very hard > 180 mg/L.
Is tap water in Bom Retiro do Sul safe to drink?
Hardness is not a health issue; it is about limescale, taste and appliances. Mains water must meet national drinking-water standards. Portaria GM/MS nº 888/2021 sets a maximum of 300 mg/L CaCO₃ for total hardness (dureza total); operators report it in mg/L to SISAGUA.
How many grains per gallon is Bom Retiro do Sul water?
6.1 gpg, equal to 5.8 °dH, 10.4 °fH or 104 mg/L calcium carbonate.
What dishwasher salt setting should I use in Bom Retiro do Sul?
For 104 mg/L (5.8 °dH) check your manufacturer's table: level 2–3.
Do I need a water softener in Bom Retiro do Sul?
Not essential; a scale inhibitor protects the heater cheaply.
Source
Source: Ministério da Saúde, SISAGUA – controle semestral (Companhia Riograndense De Saneamento), CC BY-ND 3.0 (2026). Method: figure published by the water supplier. Ministério da Saúde, SISAGUA – controle semestral (Companhia Riograndense De Saneamento), CC BY-ND 3.0 · Outdated figure? Tell us